IND vs PAK Under-19 Asia Cup 2023 Match: Team News, Timings, Venue, Live Streaming Details

The much-anticipated U-19 Asia Cup 2023 has reached a fever pitch as arch-rivals India and Pakistan gear up to face each other in a Group A fixture on Sunday (December 10) at the ICC Academy Oval 1 in Dubai.

Both teams enter this match on the back of convincing wins in their opening group games, setting the stage for an electrifying encounter.

The eight participating teams have been divided into two groups for the tournament. Group A consists of cricket powerhouses India and Pakistan along with Afghanistan and Nepal, while Group B features Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Japan, and UAE. The competition promises high-octane clashes as these young talents vie for supremacy in the Asian cricketing landscape.

India & Pakistan Team's Form in U-19 Asia Cup 2023

India, the defending champions, showcased their prowess in the opening game by defeating Afghanistan by seven wickets as they chased down a modest target of 174 inside 38 overs. Raj Limbani and Arshin Kulkarni bagged three wickets each to restrict the Afghan batters to a low total.

Meanwhile, Pakistan demonstrated their mettle with a victory over Nepal U-19 with a seven-wicket win as the Saad Baig-led side overhauled the target of 153 inside 28 overs. Both teams will be buoyed by these initial successes and will look to carry the momentum forward in the marquee clash.

The leadership responsibility for Team India rests on the shoulders of Uday Saharan, while the Pakistan U-19 team is led by wicketkeeper-batter Baig. Their tactical acumen will be put to the test in this high-stakes encounter.

The announced squads for both teams feature a mix of talented batsmen, skillful bowlers, and agile fielders. Team India boasts players like Arshin Kulkarni, Adarsh Singh, and Uday Saharan, while Pakistan's lineup includes Shahzaib Khan, Azan Awais, Ahmad Hussain, and Mohammad Zeeshan.

The clash promises a showcase of emerging cricketing talent and will be a platform for these young players to make a mark on the international stage. In the India camp, the likes of Aravelly Avanish Rao, Saumy Kumar Pandey, and Musheer Khan will be crucial for setting up a formidable total or defending a target.

Pakistan, on the other hand, will rely on the skills of Azan Awais, Muhammad Riazullah, and Shahzaib Khan to make an impact in this high-profile encounter.

IND vs PAK U-19 Asia Cup 2023 Match Timing?

The match between the arch-rivals will begin at 11 am IST. The tournament - which is being played in the ODI format - has an early start in the UAE i.e. 9:30 am local time.

IND vs PAK U-19 Asia Cup 2023 Match Where To Watch?

The contest will be live-streamed on the Asian Cricket Council's (ACC) official YouTube channel. You can also follow all the live updates from the match on Mykhel.com live blog.

India and Pakistan U-19 Asia Cup 2023 Squads

India: Arshin Kulkarni, Adarsh Singh, Rudra Mayur Patel, Sachin Dhas, Priyanshu Moliya, Musheer Khan, Uday Saharan (C), Aravelly Avanish Rao (WK), Saumy Kumar Pandey (VC), Murugan Abhishek, Innesh Mahajan (WK), Dhanush Gowda, Aaradhya Shukla, Raj Limbani, Naman Tiwari.

Pakistan: Mirza Saad Baig (c), Ahmad Hussain, Ali Asfand, Amir Hassan, Arafat Ahmed Minhas, Azan Awais, Khubaib Khalil, Najab Khan, Naveed Ahmed Khan, Ubaid Shah, Muhammad Riazullah, Muhammad Tayyab Arif, Muhammad Zeeshan, Shahzaib Khan, Shamyl Hussain.